If you love Ticket to Ride and want to spice up your games with some new and interesting scoring options, this expansion is a great choice! It's an easy way to add an extra strategic touch without overcomplicating things.
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Adds new scoring avenues
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Expands ticket strategy
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Easy to integrate
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Low additional complexity
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Bonus cards can be rare
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Relies on draw luck
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About the game
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Hey there, train enthusiasts! If you're already hooked on building routes in Ticket to Ride and looking to spice up your games a bit, the Mystery Train expansion might be just what you need. This little gem adds some new cards to the destination deck, but don't worry, they're not just more ordinary tickets. Four of them are special routes that grant bonus points at the end of the game, and the others are bonus cards that can boost your score in various ways. There's a card that lets you peek at the entire ticket deck and pick one, which can be a real game-changer! Another card allows you to double the value of a ticket (as long as it's not too valuable, up to 10 points), and there are bonuses for cross-country routes, west coast routes, and even for connecting the most cities. It's a small package, usually around 8 to 10 cards, that brings some interesting strategic options without overly complicating the rules you already know. It's the kind of expansion you can easily fit into any game, adding a touch of novelty and scoring opportunities without altering the core essence of the game. Perfect for those who want a little variety without having to learn a completely new game. Think of it as a quick and fun upgrade for your train journeys!
Game: Ticket to Ride (Official)Promotional: CardsTheme: Trains
businessPublisherDays of Wonder, W. Nostheide Verlag GmbH
editDesignerAlan R. Moon
paletteArtistCyrille Daujean, Julien Delval
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Do I need the base Ticket to Ride game to use this expansion? expand_more
Yes, absolutely! The Mystery Train Expansion adds cards to the base game's deck, so you need the base game to play.
Does this expansion significantly change the rules of Ticket to Ride? expand_more
No, it adds new bonus cards and special routes, but the core rules of the base game remain the same. It's a light addition.
How many players can play with this expansion? expand_more
The expansion is compatible with the player count of the base game, which is typically 2 to 5 players.
Does it significantly increase the game time? expand_more
As it's a small set of cards and doesn't add complex mechanics, the game time isn't significantly affected. You can expect it to be around 30-60 minutes, depending on the base game used.
Is it worth it for someone who plays Ticket to Ride occasionally? expand_more
If you want to add a touch of novelty without delving into new rules, yes! It offers extra objectives that can make games more dynamic.
Are the bonus cards hard to get? expand_more
They are added to the ticket deck, so their appearance depends on the luck of the draw, just like any other ticket.
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